Back-to-School Support Initiative
What We do
At The M. Kukoyi Foundation, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn with confidence, dignity, and the right tools for success. Through our Back-to-School Support Initiative, we provide essential educational materials and support to students in underserved communities, helping reduce barriers to learning and improve school readiness.
Many families struggle to afford basic school supplies, leaving students without the resources they need to fully participate in the classroom. This initiative was created to help bridge that gap by equipping students with practical learning materials that support their education and overall well-being.
Beyond distributing supplies, the project also creates opportunities to engage with schools, encourage students, and support teachers who continue to shape young minds despite challenging circumstances.
Through partnerships with schools, community organizations, and donors, we continue to expand the reach of this initiative and create meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families.
Data Driven Results
Through extensive research and collaboration with local communities, we take meaningful, data-driven approaches. By continuously collecting, analyzing, and applying real-time data, we are able to identify high-impact interventions, allocate resources effectively, and tailor our strategies to the specific needs of different populations. This evidence-based methodology ensures that our programs remain adaptive, targeted, and outcome-focused.
2022: Makoko Anglican Primary School, Lagos, Mainland
This project provides school bags to ease financial strain on families, promote educational equality, and empower students with the tools—and dignity—they need to succeed and fully engage in learning. A simple backpack can restore confidence, encourage attendance, and spark a student’s sense of belonging in the classroom.
2025: UAMC Eleja Primary School, Igbogbo, Ikorodu, Lagos
Princess Adetutu Ogunsanwo Foundation Partnership
December 2025 | Ikorodu, Lagos State
Through our Back-to-School Support Initiative, MKF partnered with the Princess Adetutu Ogunsanwo Foundation to support learners and educators at UAMC Eleja Primary School, Igbogbo, Ikorodu.
We provided 100 pupils with school bags and essential learning materials, including writing supplies, math sets, and water bottles, helping reduce barriers to learning. In addition, 30 school staff members received food supplies, recognising the critical role educators play in sustaining quality education.
This intervention reached 130 beneficiaries, strengthening both student readiness and staff wellbeing within the school community